Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maya Lin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maya Lin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maya Lin's student population of 469 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maya Lin ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maya Lin is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1771 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maya Lin's ranking?
Maya Lin is ranked #1771 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Maya Lin often compared to?
Maya Linis often viewed alongside schools like Love Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Maya Lin?
469 students attend Maya Lin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Maya Lin students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maya Lin?
Maya Lin has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Maya Lin offer ?
Maya Lin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Maya Lin part of?
Maya Lin is part of Alameda Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Maya Lin located?
Maya Lin is located in the West Alameda neighborhood of Alameda, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in West Alameda.
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